University of Derby Multiple locations Buxton , England , United Kingdom
Overview
Public History and Heritage (Online) at University of Derby combines critical academic study of the role of history in the public sphere with practical experience and advanced training designed to prepare you for leadership roles in the heritage sector.Heritage plays a key role in the global economy, driving international tourism and generating income for local communities.
The heritage industry is now not only a major source of employment, but one of the most frequent ways that members of the public come into contact with the past. Our online Public History and Heritage programme has been launched to help you make the most of the many career opportunities emerging in this ever growing and developing industry and gain practical experience and advanced training for heritage sector roles.
Career:
MA Public History and Heritage graduates typically go on to pursue a wide range of careers in roles such as Museum Curator, Archive Professional, Heritage Educator and Academic Researcher. Because the MA combines practical work experience with a Masters level dissertation based on thorough academic research, you will have a broad and flexible portfolio of skills to impress potential employers.
This course could also be the springboard for taking your studies to PhD level. The abilities you gain in independent learning, research and communication on the MA will prepare you well for the challenge.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- The Politics of History: Using the Past in the Present
- Heritage Management, Funding and Marketing
- Curation and Conservation in the Digital Age
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Duration
- Part-time
- 36 months
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Language
English
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
History Ancient History Modern History View 8 other Masters in Modern History in United KingdomExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems. Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 7
Other requirements
General requirements
- A 2:1 undergraduate degree in a relevant subject area
- If you don’t have a degree, we can consider your application if supported by significant experience in the heritage sector. Please include evidence of all experience you have in your application. Whilst the University guidelines on prior learning will be followed, RPL will only be recommended where applicants can present a portfolio of professional work, deemed to be of an appropriate level
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International
3030 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 9090 GBP for the full programme and a duration of 36 months. -
EU/EEA
3030 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 9090 GBP for the full programme and a duration of 36 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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This is an online programme. You can attend from the comfort of your chair! So you don't need a student visa!
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